Unstable funding ‘constrains’ diamond open access in Africa - Research Professional News
peter.suber's bookmarks 2024-08-22
Summary:
"“Diamond” open-access journals in Africa face financial constraints, with many relying on volunteer work to stay afloat, a study has found.
The study surveyed 199 Africa-based diamond open-access journals, where research is free to publish and read. It also surveyed 21 organisations hosting such journals (usually learned societies, academic institutions or research funders)..."